Ramon Dino – Foto: @ramondinopro
Acre-born bodybuilder Ramon Dino won the Classic Physique title at Mr. Olympia 2025, held in Las Vegas, USA, on Saturday night. The 30-year-old athlete outperformed competitors like Germany’s Mike Sommerfeld and American Terrence Ruffin, cementing his status as a favorite after standout preliminary performances. This victory marks Brazil’s first men’s gold in the world’s premier bodybuilding championship, which featured over 50 athletes from various countries.
Dino, dubbed the Acre Dinosaur, attributed his success to perseverance and family support, emphasizing his journey through career challenges.
The event took place at the Las Vegas Convention Center, broadcast live on Olympia TV, drawing global attention to the sport.
Athlete’s journey to success
Ramon Dino began bodybuilding through calisthenics on the streets of Rio Branco, Acre, where he was born in 1995. At 21, he relocated to São Paulo to pursue professional opportunities, training under specialized coaches.
In 2019, he qualified for Mr. Olympia by winning the Olympia Brasil in the Classic Physique category.
Performance breakdown at the event
During Saturday’s preliminaries, Dino, the 45th athlete to perform, showcased exceptional muscle definition and symmetry, key criteria for the category, which caps weight based on height. Judges positioned him center-stage, a clear sign of early favoritism.
In the finals, Dino executed mandatory poses and free routines with precision, maintaining control under stage lighting.
His final score surpassed Sommerfeld, the 2024 runner-up, who trailed slightly in overall proportions.
Brazilian community response
Dino’s win sparked celebrations across social media and among Brazilian athletes. Peers like Marcelo De Angelis, a fellow competitor, congratulated him publicly.
Brazilian bodybuilding federations hailed the achievement as a milestone, planning events to capitalize on the momentum.
Prize details and competition format
The Classic Physique category awarded $100,000 to the champion, with Dino receiving the prize post-ceremony. The division’s total prize pool exceeded $400,000, distributed among the top five.
- $100,000 for first place (Ramon Dino).
- $50,000 for second (Mike Sommerfeld).
- $30,000 for third (Terrence Ruffin).
- $20,000 for fourth (Josema Muñoz).
- $10,000 for fifth (Niall Darwen).
The 61st Mr. Olympia introduced stricter weight checks and pre-stage dermatological inspections for 2025.
Brazil’s broader success at Olympia
Brazil secured two additional golds, with Eduarda Bezerra winning Wellness on Friday, defeating 2024 champion Isa Nunes. Natalia Abraham Coelho claimed the Women’s Physique title, reinforcing Brazil’s dominance in women’s categories.
These wins bring Brazil’s total Mr. Olympia titles to 11 since 1965.
Training and technical preparation
Dino followed a 16-week training regimen, focusing on hypertrophy and a calorie-deficit diet to reach 4% body fat. His nutrition plan included six daily meals high in lean proteins and vegetables, tailored by specialists. Pre-event posing practice in Las Vegas emphasized seamless transitions across the category’s seven mandatory poses.
Cryotherapy-aided recovery ensured peak performance without injuries during the competition weekend.
Brazil’s global bodybuilding presence
With 59 athletes, Brazil achieved notable placements, including Ryan Terry’s first in Men’s Physique. The IFBB Brasil-coordinated delegation emphasized grassroots investment for future events.
The 2025 event solidified Las Vegas as the permanent host, drawing about 10,000 live spectators.
